Suspected Balkan drug boss Naser Kelmendi makes closing statement in criminal trial

Naser Kelmendi, the alleged Balkan drug baron, maintained his innocence in his closing statement Wednesday before a Pristina court where he is facing murder and narcotics charges. The verdict on Kelmendi’s case is expected on Friday.

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